Gone are the days when you could simply place “Microsoft Word” or “Data Management” in the skills and work experience sections of your resume.
Now, you have to be more creative and show what you can do with concrete examples of skills on your resume – whether it’s a hard skill or soft skill. (more…)
Searching for a job can feel tedious and thankless. You put countless hours into researching companies, finding relevant open positions, drafting cover letters, tweaking and submitting your resume, only to receive a canned email response in return – if you’re lucky.
In fact, the number of resumes that get reviewed by human resource managers is strikingly low. Thanks to ubiquitous automated Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), most resumes are scanned for relevant keywords before making it to an actual human for review.
Job candidates have nightmares about certain scenarios, like missing the submission deadline for their dream job or completely bombing an interview answer. Another big one involves sending in a resume, only to realize after you click “submit” that there was a mistake on it. When this happens, what do you do? (more…)
Temporary assignments are a great way to gain a range of skills, make connections, and experience different cultures. However, once you’re ready to land a full-time job, it can be tricky to list all these positions on your resume. (more…)
When it comes to writing your resume, there’s a fine line between offering enough information and including too many details. How can you determine just what the hiring manager wants to know and what information to discard? Here are some tips to ensure you submit a powerful and persuasive resume that doesn’t go overboard. (more…)
There are many different ways to help your resume stand out to hiring managers. One is to include an “About Me” section. This will give an employer a quick overview of your skills and abilities, while also helping to set your background apart from the flood of other resumes. (more…)
